Self Employment Tax Calculator
Calculate self employment tax with our free Self employment tax Calculator. Compare rates, see projections, and make informed financial decisions.
Formula
SE Tax = Net Income × 92.35% × 15.3% (12.4% SS + 2.9% Medicare)
Self-employed individuals pay both employer and employee portions of FICA. The 92.35% factor accounts for the employer-equivalent deduction. SS cap: $168,600 (2024).
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